Capital Market Associate

Ashton North LLC; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 265,000 - 435,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

Hybrid work arrangement

Job summary

Ashton North LLC seeks a Capital Markets Associate to join its Securities Practice in a hybrid role in New York or New Jersey. You will advise public companies on SEC reporting, governance, and capital markets transactions, collaborating with partners and teams across practices.

The ideal candidate has a strong capital markets background, experience with large-cap clients, and a JD from an accredited school. Prior AmLaw 100 exposure is valued, with a client-focused, proactive approach.

Qualifications

• J.D. from an accredited law school.
• Admission to practice law in New York or New Jersey.
• Minimum of 3 years of capital markets experience.
• Experience advising large-cap and mid-cap public companies.
• Strong knowledge of Securities Act of 1933, Securities Exchange Act of 1934, SEC reporting and disclosure requirements; Nasdaq/NYSE listing standards and governance.

Responsibilities

• Advise public company clients on SEC reporting obligations and ongoing compliance matters.
• Prepare, review, and file periodic reports (Forms 10-K, 10-Q, and 8-K) and proxy statements; handle Section 13/16 filings.
• Counsel boards of directors and senior management on corporate governance and listing requirements.
• Support a broad range of capital markets transactions and securities offerings.
• Conduct legal research and draft sophisticated documents, including transaction documents and client memoranda.
• Manage complex transactions from inception through closing.
• Collaborate with attorneys across practice areas.
• Stay current on securities laws, SEC regulations, and market developments.
• Participate in professional development and pro bono activities.

Skills

Capital markets

Client relationship management

Independent handling of matters

Education

J.D.

Job description

Capital Markets Associate (New York or New Jersey) – Hybrid

Our client is seeking a Corporate Associate with significant capital markets and public company experience to join its growing Securities Practice in either New York or New Jersey. This attorney will support the firm's national Capital Markets and Public Company Advisory practice, advising innovative public company clients, with a particular focus on SEC reporting, corporate governance, and capital markets transactions. Prior experience at a large law firm is highly preferred.

Key Responsibilities

• Advise public company clients on SEC reporting obligations and ongoing compliance matters.
• Prepare, review, and file:
  • Periodic reports (Forms 10-K, 10-Q, and 8-K)
  • Proxy statements
  • Section 13 and Section 16 filings
• Counsel boards of directors and senior management on corporate governance and Nasdaq/NYSE listing requirements.
• Support a broad range of capital markets transactions and securities offerings.
• Conduct legal research and draft sophisticated legal documents, including transaction documents and client memoranda.
• Manage complex transactions from inception through closing.
• Collaborate with attorneys and business professionals across multiple practice areas.
• Stay current on securities laws, SEC regulations, and market developments.
• Participate in professional development, firm initiatives, and pro bono activities.

Qualifications

• J.D. from an accredited law school.
• Admission to practice law in New York or New Jersey.
• Minimum of 3 years of capital markets experience.
• Experience advising large-cap and mid-cap public companies.
• Strong knowledge of:
  • Securities Act of 1933
  • Securities Exchange Act of 1934
  • SEC reporting and disclosure requirements
  • Nasdaq and NYSE listing standards and corporate governance requirements
• Prior experience at an AmLaw 100 firm is strongly preferred.
• Experience advising public companies on securities law and governance matters.
• Strong communication and client relationship management abilities.
• Manage sophisticated capital markets matters independently.

Compensation, Benefits & Work Environment

• Salary: $265,000–$435,000 annually, based on experience and geographic location.
• Comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, and 401(k).
• Hybrid work arrangement in New York or New Jersey